Gratitude means the state of being grateful. It involves expressing your appreciation for something, or for life itself.
Practising gratitude involves recognising the positive aspects of your life and how they have a positive effect on you. By consistently practising gratitude, you can improve your overall mental health and wellbeing.
Here are some ways you can get started practising gratitude:
Morning meditation
You can choose to meditate on things you have now that you are grateful for, or it may be easier to meditate on how far you have come to where you are now.
It is recommended to practice gratitude meditation in the morning as it sets your day with an optimistic outlook.
Prayer
Expressing gratitude to a higher power or simply to the universe can be a good way to evoke a sense of appreciation for being alive. As you pray, you can express your thanks and gratitude for the world you live in, the air you breathe and your health.
Gratitude journaling
This is one of the most popular ways to practise gratitude - it involves keeping a diary of the things you’re grateful for every day, no matter how big or small they are.
Spend quality time with your loved ones
Spending quality time with your loved ones and reminding them how much you appreciate them is also another good way to practice gratitude.
